The University is dedicated to supporting an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment - to create better futures, together. The diverse backgrounds, characteristics and opinions within our community are our great strength and are key to our pursuit of delivering educational excellence, enterprise, research and professional services. We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and minoritized groups as they are currently under-represented within our community.
We recognise the value of a fulfilling and balanced work and personal life which promotes wellbeing. We seek to support colleagues in achieving this balance and have family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements and many roles can be suitable for dynamic working arrangement. This includes considering applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.
We are proud to be a Real Living Wage Employer—so much so that we go beyond the standard, providing additional supplementary payments at specific pay points to further support our employees' financial wellbeing. Further information about the Loughborough Real Living Wage Supplement can be found on our HR webpage.
Loughborough University is a UKVI Sponsor. Some individuals may require sponsorship to enable them to apply for a visa to provide them with the right to work in the UK. Please note certain roles are not eligible for sponsorship. For further information and eligibility please visit the UKVI website.
Commercial Directorate
Full Time, Open Ended
Driving Innovation Forward: LUSEP’s Bold Vision for Growth
Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park (LUSEP) is one of the UK’s most dynamic hubs for science and enterprise, already home to over 90 pioneering organisations across sectors such as Advanced Manufacturing, Energy and Low Carbon, Health and Life Sciences, Software and Digital, Sport, and Transport Technology. Strategically co-located with Loughborough University, a top 10 UK Higher Education Institution, LUSEP offers unrivalled access to cutting-edge research, exceptional talent, and collaborative opportunities in areas including sports science, engineering, artificial intelligence, and clean energy.
And we’re just getting started. With an ambitious plan to develop more than 100 hectares as part of our enterprise zone remit, we’re creating a world-class destination for high-tech businesses and future-focused jobs. We are now looking for a highly organised and proactive Science Park Operations Manager to ensure the efficient day-to-day running of Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park (LUSEP).
This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven professional with strong organisational skills and a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences.
In exceptional circumstances, a recruitment supplement may be considered where a candidate brings advanced knowledge and experience to the role.
Application Closing Date: 18 January 2026
Interviews: 11 February 2026
For more details, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Informal enquiries should be made to the Commercial and Partnerships Officer, Ruqayya Dagia r.dagia@lboro.ac.uk.
Our Benefits
At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:
Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme
Where you work – access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Financial wellbeing – competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities
Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options
Health and wellbeing – discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support
Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting
Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.